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I have no need for amp modelling and so many are including this for the studio and recording artist etc As a past guitarist I used Helix FX and it was pretty good but when I decided I loved my amp tone live and needed a boost pedal delay and chorus I sold it and got analogue pedals There are one or two non modelling models but not many and they still have too much for live bass in my opinion

Curious thought with so many bass and guitar multi fx around and more coming .. but do we really need a ton of effects in say a gigging band scenario? Im temped myself from anything as the basic Zoom B1 Four to the new Helix stuff and Boss etc From a gigging point I would definitely need the tuner, compression and a bit of drive ( very minimal ) Would we be better off buying a decent pedal tuner Boss TU2 and a drive or Preamp pedal ? With bass sitting where it does in the band mix how much of the “ new effect tone” actually gets heard out front ? Thoughts ??

Priced at £478 available later this year

Price and when in shops ? If not crazy money I’m very tempted

Yep that could be done with an in-line Jack connector and short lead and a strap holster of sorts

I had already removed the screen plastic protector so not able to return. Going to keep it I’ve decided and see how it performs when I next gig

Yep my other bass Yamaha is the same. I will keep trying it and make a decision after using it more

Maybe I will keep it and see how I feel after using it more Do find the transmitter a bit “ where should I park it” so it doesn’t flap about .. anyone using it on a PBass ? Where do you park yours ?

Just don’t like the wireless experience The HB is a great bit of kit for sure but I guess I’ve used a cable for so long now it felt odd without !

Yep that caught me out once or twice !

Ok great as it is I think I will stick with trusty cable “ old school “ Ive decided to sell it instead of sending it back to Thomann. Tuner works very well I hasten to add ! It’s now on EBay for £85.00 shipped, a few quid loss to scratch an itch !

Ok after a lot of consideration and thought I’ve decided my chosen method for most songs in my band will be .., The PICK I think it fills the sound out more and adds punch using a pick especially in a guitar drums rock band.

My advice is if you can’t find a band to join then create a new one and look firstly for a guitarist next drummer and finally a singer Takes some doing but rewarding when it’s complete and you can control what happens

My HB wireless system arrived today from Thomann I went for the Airborne Pro 5.8ghz version Foot tuner built in which works well Granted its not the most robust design but if you look after your gear this would work and last just fine Great design and ability to charge the transmitter in the docking place is a well thought out idea

You may have seen my Finger Tone club and Pick Tone club Now here is a dilemma You play rock mostly You can play bass equally well with fingers or pick You would prefer to stick to one of them for consistent sound EQ etc Which one do you go for and why ? It really is tough deciding and I love both methods for different reasons I can get the speed and sound from both methods There is only one guitar and loud drums to compete with in terms of sitting correctly in the mix I play a Fender PBass that works well for both with roundwounds oh the dilemma 😂

Yep two of those cabs makes a great rig .. well done Welcome to the RM club 👍

Does this head have a pre amp tube ? If so maybe faulty Alternative and loud is Orange Little Bass Thing 500W head .. superb as is Ashdown RM heads

I’m enjoying playing finger style again Decided next rehearsal it’s without Pick ! Set amp up again to suit the difference in EQ and will see how it compliments the guitar drums etc

I like the more rounded tone from fingers I think it also depends on the type of band you play in and music and number of other rythmn instruments etc

Yes I think it was called Deep instead of Compact ? they have also gone away from the round handles that folks complained were uncomfortable to carry ?

Were the older Ashdown 210 cabs 500w rated ?

I live an hour away from Ashdown !! The Neo cabs are small and don’t have the thump compared to the older cabs However they are half the weight I can carry both cabs at the same time ( one in each hand ) Mine have the tweeter and I too use a PBass with a pick ( !!! ) and for rock they seem ok, maybe lack the real low end thump perhaps

Are they the newer Pro Neo cabs from Ashdown or the older Ported ABM series with standard speakers ?

Yep I do that too ! To be fair the Ashdown cabs are great, not the best but certainly adequate for the job. When I have the funds I may be tempted as I’ve always fancied a 4ohm 212 cab that isn’t too heavy !

Ashdown RM800 EVO II Orange Little Bass Thing